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Stour Valley

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About

Stour Valley ward is located in the Tendring district of Essex, covering a mix of rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes several villages, such as Little Bentley, Tendring, and Thorrington, each with its own character. The landscape features farmland, woodland, and open fields, with the River Stour forming part of its boundary. The area is known for its quiet, countryside atmosphere, with scattered residential properties and historic buildings.

Transport links include the A120 road, providing connections to Colchester and Harwich. Local amenities are limited, with most services found in nearby towns like Clacton-on-Sea or Manningtree. The ward has a small population, with a focus on community events and rural life. Stour Valley offers a slower pace compared to busier coastal areas of Tendring, appealing to those seeking a quieter lifestyle.

Area overview

On average Stour Valley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stour Valley is £44,329 per year. There are 1 schools in Stour Valley: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Stour Valley Population

3,035

Population density

111 per km²

Demographics

British

2,878

94.76%

Other White

1.55%

Irish

0.82%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.46%

Indian

0.46%

Total population: 3,037

Housing

Owns outright

638

51.41%

Owns with a mortgage

384

30.94%

Private landlord or letting agency

7.25%

Social rents from council

4.43%

Other social rented

4.27%

Total households: 1,241

Property prices in Stour Valley

Based on 32 recent sales, the median property price is £357,500 in Stour Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £810,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£440,000	£241,000	£331,250	£533,000	£641,500
Flats	1	£75,000	£75,000	£75,000	£75,000	£75,000
Semi-Detached	6	£284,000	£229,375	£257,500	£330,750	£360,000
Terraced	2	£282,500	£280,250	£281,250	£283,750	£284,750

10 years price trend in Stour Valley

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail